Lead Cyber Security Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

The Lead Cyber Security Engineer is a senior-level professional within the Information & Cyber Security job family, possessing advanced expertise in cybersecurity. This role involves leading and overseeing complex security projects, providing technical guidance and mentorship to security teams, and driving the adoption of best practices and technologies. The Lead Cyber Security Engineer will collaborate with stakeholders to define security requirements, manage project timelines and resources, and ensure the organization's security posture is advanced and resilient.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Advanced Security Architecture: Design and implement sophisticated security architectures to protect the organization's digital assets and infrastructure.
• Comprehensive Security Audits: Oversee and conduct in-depth security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Advanced Vulnerability Management: Lead advanced vulnerability assessments and testing to identify and address security weaknesses.
• Strategic Threat Intelligence: Analyze and interpret strategic threat intelligence to stay ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with IT and other senior departments to integrate advanced security measures into all aspects of the organization's operations.
• Training and Awareness Programs: Develop and deliver advanced training and awareness programs to educate employees on security best practices and emerging threats.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, and threats, and continuously improve security measures.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of security incidents, system configurations, and security policies.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and frameworks.
• Risk Management: Conduct advanced risk assessments to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Policy Development: Develop and enforce advanced security policies and procedures to ensure a secure operating environment.
• Perform other assigned job-related duties that align with our organization's vision, mission, and values and fall within your scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience. A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field is preferred.
• Preferred Certification(s): Any relevant IT or Cyber Security Certification.
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant and practical experience.

Special Skills

• Required:
  • Proficiency in multiple advanced cybersecurity disciplines (e.g., network security, application security, endpoint security).
  • Expert knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
  • Advanced technical writing and diagramming skills.
• Preferred:
  • Familiarity with a wide range of advanced cybersecurity tools and technologies.
  • Extensive experience with advanced security incident response and vulnerability management.
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation for security tasks.

Soft Skills

• Leadership: Overseeing complex security projects and guiding security teams.
• Strategic Planning: Developing long-term security strategies.
• Communication: Articulating advanced security concepts to executive stakeholders.
• Mentorship: Providing technical guidance and fostering team growth.
• Problem-solving: Addressing high-level security challenges and escalations.
• Change Management: Implementing new security practices across the organization.

Company Information

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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